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Do runners need smart glasses? The Ray-Ban Meta says yes

Do runners need smart glasses? The Ray-Ban Meta says yes

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When it comes to essential running gear, items that provide sun protection are at the top of the list. Our post emphasizes that though it can be inconvenient to wear sunscreen with all the sweating you do, it’s still crucial for preventing skin cancer.

The same goes for sunglasses. You may worry that they’ll just slip or fly off as you run, but they’re just as important for preventing sun-related eye diseases ranging from cataracts to cancer. That’s why, just like how you can simply opt for non-greasy sunscreen that won’t slide off, it’s best to wear dedicated sports sunglasses. The one thing you may not think will enhance your running health and performance, however, is a pair of UV-blocking smart glasses. After all, all you need to do is run—so why wear tech on your face?

If you think about it, though, you may already be bringing unnecessary and even obstructive tech with you, like your smartphone and earphone buds. That’s why the Ray-Ban Meta — a product that Market Research Future notes is leading a smart glasses market worth over $17.8 billion — believes that when it comes to the benefits they offer runners, there’s more than what meets the eye.

Wait—what’s the Ray-Ban Meta?

Popular eyewear brand Ray-Ban, which is known for classic sunglasses designs like the Aviator and Wayfarer, always aims to innovate. You’ll see that in its sustainable bio-based collection, as well as the various sunglasses it offers with lenses that curve inward. It was thus arguably only a matter of time before the brand collaborated with Facebook’s parent company to design and release the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. This wearable boasts all the stylish features you expect from stylish Ray-Ban models like the Skyler and Headliner, but with added tech-savvy integrations courtesy of Meta.

That gives you the ability to take photos and videos before uploading them to social media, send and receive texts, listen to audio, and even use a handy AI assistant to answer your queries, all hands-free. Despite that, it doesn’t compromise on sun protection—you can get a pair with UV-blocking lenses, polarized coatings that block the sun’s glare, and even your prescription, if you have one. That makes the Ray-Ban Meta great for everyday use.

So, when it comes to answering the question of whether runners should use smart glasses, why do these…

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